New book highlights inspirational stories by women of Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A new book curated by beloved kumu hula and cancer survivor, Iwalani Tseu, is highlighting Hawaii women and their inspirational stories.

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Twenty years in the making, Brave, Bold and Beautiful includes stories and photos of over 155 women from Hawaii, including cultural practitioners, entrepreneurs and local celebrities, such as singer/songwriter Kimie Miner, kumu hula Vicky Holt Takamine, performing artist Kristian Lei, politician Michelle Kidani, and pianist and former child prodigy Ginny Tiu.

The public is invited to meet Tseu and the book’s contributors at a signing event and celebration at Bishop Museum’s Tutu’s Kitchen on Saturday, May 23, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Pictures will be taken at 4 p.m.

Tseu said the coffee table book is meant to allow the contributing women to have the opportunity to tell their stories of courage, perseverance, and stamina, reminding its readers to acknowledge their own self worth.

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Tseu is a two-time cancer survivor and kumu hula, who began the Iwalani Foundation, which supports women facing cancer and other severe illness with awareness, encouragement, and wellness.

To order the book and for more information, call Pacita at (808) 428-3308 or visit iwalanifoundation.org.

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